MAX ARFSTEN - PROFESSIONAL SCOUTING DASHBOARD¶

Colombus Crew #27 | Left Midfielder | Age 26¶

Four-Pillar Evaluation: Technical | Physical | Tactical | Psychological¶

Report Date: January 29, 2026
Matches Analyzed: 25
Data Source: MLS 2025 Season
Analyst: Jacob Farrington

Primary_Position: Left Back

  • Secondary_Positions: LB, LM, LAM, RM, LW
  • Age: 22
  • Height_CM: 178
  • Weight_KG: 73
  • Nationality: American
  • Preferred_Foot: Left
  • Contract_Expires: 2027-12-31
  • Market_Value_USD: 2500000
  • Previous_Club: Wake Forest

KEY METRICS:¶

Overall Rating: 7.5/10¶

Technical: 6.9/10¶

Physical: 7.8/10¶

Tactical: 7.7/10¶

Psychological: 7.7/10¶

PAGE 1: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY¶

Overview Dashboard with Key Ratings¶

RECOMMENDATION: BUY (Excellent Value)¶

Market Value: $2,500,000 (UNDERVALUED)¶

Risk Level: VERY LOW¶

Best Fit: Any team needing versatile squad depth¶

PAGE 2: TECHNICAL EVALUATION¶

Rating: 6.9/10¶

Analysis of passing, shooting, dribbling, and ball control¶

TECHNICAL ANALYSIS - MAX ARFSTEN - RATING: 6.89/10¶

STRENGTHS:¶

  • Solid passer: 85.0% accuracy (MLS avg: 78%)
  • Decent dribbler: 65.4% success rate
  • Creative for defender: 0.9 key passes per 90
  • Reliable first touch: 7.5/10 rating

WEAKNESSES:¶

  • Not a goalscorer: 0.00 per 90
  • Shot accuracy low: 29.4%
  • Limited offensive threat from open play

VERDICT:¶

  • Solid technical foundation for a fullback/wing-back. Passing is reliable, comfortable on the ball. Not an offensive weapon - best supporting attacks through positioning rather than individual quality.

PAGE 3: PHYSICAL EVALUATION¶

Rating: 7.8/10¶

Analysis of endurance, speed, strength, and duels¶

PHYSICAL ANALYSIS - MAX ARFSTEN - RATING: 7.8/10¶

STRENGTHS:¶

  • Elite endurance: 11.07 km per 90 - outstanding!
  • Exceptional work rate: 61.1 HI runs per 90
  • Good pace: 32.3 km/h top speed
  • Maintains intensity for full 90 minutes

WEAKNESSES:¶

  • Weak aerially: 39.3% success (MLS avg: 42%)
  • Average strength: 7.1/10
  • Ground duel success: 55.1% - needs improvement

VERDICT:¶

  • Exceptional engine - covers ground relentlessly. Elite work rate is the standout. 11.07 km per 90 is top tier. Physical duels are a weakness. Best as tireless runner rather than physical battler.

PAGE 4: TACTICAL EVALUATION¶

Rating: 7.7/10¶

Analysis of positioning, decision-making, and tactical intelligence¶

TACTICAL ANALYSIS - MAX ARFSTEN - RATING: 7.7/10¶

STRENGTHS:¶

  • Highly versatile - effective in 5 positions
  • Excellent positioning: 7.6/10 - best attribute!
  • Elite defensive work rate: 7.9/10
  • Strong tactical discipline: 1.18 tackles/90

WEAKNESSES:¶

  • Decision-making adequate: 7.2/10
  • Interceptions could improve: 2.25 per 90
  • Pressing success: 32.8% - room for growth

VERDICT:¶

  • Tactically excellent utility player. Positioning awareness is elite - knows where to be. Versatility across 5 positions is huge asset. Perfect team player who executes instructions. Ideal squad depth piece.

PAGE 5: PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION¶

Rating: 7.7/10¶

Analysis of consistency, discipline, confidence, and mental strength¶

PSYCHOLOGICAL ANALYSIS - MAX ARFSTEN - RATING: 7.7/10¶

STRENGTHS:¶

  • Excellent discipline: 7.9/10 rating
  • Very consistent: 7.2/10 avg
  • Handles pressure well: 6.7/10
  • Strong composure: 7.2/10
  • Steady confidence: 0.044 trajectory

WEAKNESSES:¶

  • Performance ceiling is limited
  • Rarely produces moments of brilliance
  • Dependable but not inspirational

VERDICT:¶

  • Model professional. Excellent discipline and consistency. Mentally very strong - reliable every week. Low drama, high reliability. Perfect character for squad depth. Won't let you down.

PAGE 6: MATCH-BY-MATCH BREAKDOWN¶

PAGE 7: FINAL RECOMMENDATION¶

Overall verdict and transfer recommendation¶

OVERALL RATING: 7.48/10¶

RECOMMENDATION: BUY (Excellent Value)¶

PLAYER PROFILE¶

Versatile defensive utility player. Elite work rate and positioning.¶

Tactically intelligent, low-maintenance professional. Best as reliable squad rotation option across multiple positions.¶

BEST FIT¶

  • Teams needing versatile squad depth
  • Systems: Any - adaptable to 4-3-3, 4-2-3-1, 3-5-2
  • Clubs valuing tactical flexibility
  • Perfect for rotation/injury cover

MARKET VALUE¶

  • Current Valuation: $2,500,000
  • Fair Range: $2M - $3.5M
  • Recommended Offer: $2.5M - $3M (EXCELLENT VALUE)

RISK ASSESSMENT¶

  • Age Risk: LOW (22, plenty of development time)
  • Injury Risk: LOW (excellent fitness profile)
  • Adaptation Risk: VERY LOW (versatile, coachable)
  • Overall Risk: VERY LOW

STRENGTHS SUMMARY¶

  • Elite work rate (11.07 km per 90 - exceptional!)
  • Exceptional positioning (7.6/10)
  • Extreme versatility (5 positions)
  • Excellent discipline (0 yellow in 25 games)
  • Outstanding value at $2,500,000
  • Young with room to develop (age 22)

WEAKNESSES SUMMARY¶

  • Zero goal threat (0.00 per 90)
  • Weak aerially (39.3% success)
  • Limited offensive creativity
  • Not physically dominant (7.1/10)
  • Low ceiling - unlikely to become star player

FINAL VERDICT¶

Perfect squad player signing. At $2.5M, represents outstanding value. Elite engine (11.07 km per 90) and exceptional positioning make him reliable across 5 positions. Young (22) with development potential.

Not a starter-quality player, but exactly what you want for rotation: reliable, versatile, professional, affordable. Zero drama, consistent performances, tactical intelligence. Will never be the star, but will never let you down either.

Strong BUY recommendation. Excellent value. Low risk. Fills crucial squad depth role perfectly.

APPROVED FOR RECRUITMENT - PRIORITY SIGNING¶

Report compiled by: Jacob Farrington Date: January 29, 2026
Contact: jtsfarrington@gmail.com